In February 2026, Youth for Liberty hosted a family-friendly community event welcoming parents, children, and young people. Founder Gabriela Puckett and Co-Founder Andrés López introduced the organization, shared parts of their personal experiences living under socialism, and explained the mission of Youth for Liberty. The event focused on educating the community about the dangers and consequences of socialism while encouraging attendees to understand, value, and appreciate the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy in America.
In March 2026, Youth for Liberty hosted a Spanish-language community meeting specifically for Spanish-speaking members of our community. The event brought together Youth for Liberty leaders, members, and several new people interested in joining the organization. We introduced our mission, discussed our goals, and began planning upcoming events and ways to engage more effectively with the community. We also brainstormed ways to reach and educate more Spanish-speaking young people about liberty, individual rights, and the importance of protecting the freedoms we enjoy.
In March 2026, Gabriela Puckett spoke to a group of students at American Heritage School, sharing her personal experience growing up under socialism in Cuba and discussing the importance of individual liberty and freedom. She introduced students to the mission of Youth for Liberty and encouraged them to learn from history, recognize the value of the freedoms they enjoy in America, and understand the dangers of authoritarian and socialist systems.
In May 2026, Youth for Liberty hosted an event featuring a speaker from the Foundation for Economic Education, bringing together young people and members of the Utah community. The presentation focused on the economic differences between socialism and capitalism, exploring how free enterprise and private economic activity can support individual freedom. The event aimed to educate young people about economic systems and encourage thoughtful discussion about the connection between free enterprise and individual freedom.
In June 2026, Estrella Velasco, one of Youth for Liberty’s speakers, shared her personal story of living under socialism with more than 200 students at the ALA Girls State event in Ogden, Utah. She spoke about her experiences and the impact that living under a socialist system had on her life, while emphasizing the importance of understanding history and protecting the freedoms enjoyed in America.
In September 2026, Estrella Velasco, one of Youth for Liberty’s speakers, gave a presentation at a Constitution Day event in Grantsville, Utah. She shared her personal experience of living under socialism and discussed the dangers of socialist systems, the importance of protecting the freedoms and rights we enjoy in America, and the role of free enterprise in preserving economic freedom and opportunity. She also introduced attendees to Youth for Liberty and its mission to educate and engage the community.
